Coorong Tour Options
Tours in the Coorong
Coorong Wildlife Tours
Seabirds & Seals
Our signature tour on the Coorong with emphasis on adventure
Every Saturday 9am
Get close up and personal with the beauty of the Coorong on our picturesque ½ day trip from Long Pt jetty to the Tauwitchere Barrage. This is where the freshwater lakes are separated from the salt water of the Coorong. Enjoy a scenic boat ride and observe the birds wheeling overhead, meet the pelicans and observe migratory waders in their natural habitat.
See the seals lazing on the barrage structures before enjoying a gourmet morning tea at the foot of some amazing sandhills. Skipper Glen will provide an informative commentary and answer all of your questions.
Coorong National Park Tour
Secrets of the Coorong
For families and aspiring ecologists
A new unique, innovative and educational Coorong experience. Do you want to know about the Secrets of the Coorong? Come for a boat ride with your personal guide Glen Hill.
You have an opportunity to look beneath the surface of the Coorong to see what secrets are hiding there. Examine the mud and algae to look for the types of plants and animals that inhabit this unique ecosystem. Examine them under a microscope, take a photo and learn the science behind the ecology. This is hands on citizen science at its best.
Our local Estuarine Ecologist, Faith Coleman, has helped design the scientific content. Information has been sought from experts at the South Australian Herbarium. Resources have been prepared of dried samples of algae species and descriptions of what you observed on the water. Learn about the formation of the Coorong and learn about mud waves, black ooze, discover keystone species and more. Enjoy a morning/afternoon tea while examining the samples under a microscope and listening to a presentation back at the Hill’s Coorong residence.
Land Based Tour only is available – for all options ring 0427604047.
Parnka Beach Adventure
Coorong Crossing and Beach Walk
Explore the sights of the Younghusband Peninsula
Sunday mornings 8.30am (or by arrangement)
We are pleased to offer you a unique Coorong experience that you will never forget.
It is a short boat crossing over the Coorong to the Younghusband Peninsula. A very walkable sandy track takes you over several sandhills. You will see similar areas to those where the iconic book, Storm Boy is set.
See a midden site where the Ngarrindjeri enjoyed a pipi feast for thousands of years. Spot elusive animals and marvel at the birdlife.
Learn about the ecology of the Coorong from Glen who has been a fisherman with over 30 years’ experience. We supply a delicious morning tea, and a variety of lunch options are available
The trip should take about 3-4 hours to complete
Sunset Tours available weather dependent. Large groups are welcome
ring us to inquire
Dine the Coorong
A Gourmet Seafood lunch with a view
Indulge yourself with our 5 course lunch or dinner which features local seafood, regional produce and indigenous ingredients.
You will be captivated by the full vista of the sandhills and stunning Coorong view from the deck of the Hill’s residence, overlooking Gibby’s Bay.
Relax with good company, while watching the pelican’s, ducks and other birds take off and land on the shoreline and afterwards, take a stroll down to the beach only a stone’s throw (or two) from the shores of the Coorong.
Glen will share his passionate knowledge of this unique waterway while Tracy delights you with her tasty savory and sweet treats. You will also be sampling their award-winning seafood which is caught , processed and prepared by the expert pair.
Bookings are essential. Minimum of 4 people per session
Dietary requirements catered for
Dog friendly – inquire upon booking
Bookings are essential. Minimum of 4 people per tour
Dietary requirements catered for
Sorry this is a child free activity
Dog friendly – inquire upon booking
Coorong Deckhand Experience
Spend the day with an Authentic Coorong Fisherman
What it is like to be a commercial fishing deckhand with Skipper Glen? Come and try it.
We only take a maximum of 2 people so you and a mate get a personal instruction in setting and retrieving our gear, catch a fish and enjoy the great outdoors.
Minimum 3 hours.
We supply your protective clothing, so all you have do do is bring a change of clothes, spare socks and willingness to get your hands dirty. (Don’t worry we have plenty of water to wash them afterwards!)
Morning or afternoon tea supplied.
Coorong Wild Seafood Tours
A family friendly experience for all ages
Educational and Delicious
Multi Award winning Coorong Wild Seafood invites you to join hosts Glen and Tracy Hill for a behind the scenes insight into how our regional delicacy is caught and processed.
Includes a tour of the processing factory, a filleting demonstration as well as tempting you with tastings. Learn about the history of the business and sample fresh and smoked Coorong Mullet and other fish of the day, plus learn some seafood cooking tips.
Children under 5 and under are free
If your preferred date is not available we are flexible. Check with us by email or phone
Ring for Optional extras – including lunch, smoking workshop, filleting lessons and more
5 Star South Australian Tour
"Glen is friendly, deeply knowledgeable and a wonderful guide. He sees things in the landscape I wouldn't have picked up on myself (from the smallest of migratory birds to the emus making their way up the sandhill). Glen also provided an understanding of the everchanging nature of the Coorong as part of a larger ecosystem."
Coorong Wildside Tours other Tour Options
Bookings are essential to avoid disappointment
We have many other experiences please ring so that we can personalise your visit.
Add any of these to our signature tours and get the full Coorong Wildside experience or These can be stand-alone tours.
Prices are available upon inquiry and dependent on size of group and options chosen.
GROUP LUNCH minimum of 4
A personalised menu is curated for you.
Seafood items choose from:
- Our signature Panko and Parmesan crumbed Coorong mullet
- Smoked mullet on water crackers with lemony cream cheese
- Thai fish cakes made with our Delicious award-winning Carp
- Crispy Salt and pepper carp strips – as featured on South Aussie with Cosi
- Smoked mullet dip with crackers and crudités
- Ceviche – fresh fish of the day marinated in olive oil and lemon juice with cucumber, capsicum and red onion garnished with coriander, pepper and salt
- Fish sliders – grilled fresh fish of the day in a warm mini brioche roll with Beerenberg tartare and fresh lettuce
- Fish tacos – grilled fresh fish of the day with citrus coleslaw and avocado crema in a soft taco
COOKING CLASS
Any of these dishes and more can be included in a cooking class. Get the tips and tricks from the people who catch the fish. We also have chefs who are designing dishes for us, recipes coming soon.
SMOKE YOUR OWN FISH
Glen will give you an overview of the sprinkle method of smoking Coorong Mullet. Your fish will cook while you are having lunch and then see if you can get them home without scoffing the lot
DECKY FOR A DAY
Try fishing with Glen and experience being a commercial fisherman. Give us a ring to discuss this experience of a lifetime. Maximum of 2
COORONG YOUR WAY
Charter us for a tour tailored to your interests
- Photography
- Bird Watching
- Kayaking – drop off or pick up
- Crossing the Coorong at Parnka to the ocean Beach
- Narrung Narrows
- Murray Mouth/Goolwa
A full day $1500 (Min 6 hours/max 7 people)
(includes morning tea and bottled water & lunch)
Call Us
+61 427 604 047
Location
476A Seven Mile Road
Meningie, SA 5264
Email Us
coorongwild@gmail.com
Contact Coorong Wildside Tours
Full refund for cancellations up to 48 hours prior to departure.